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Charles Schwab platforms and how they score

The platform score rewards choice and capability. Here is what Charles Schwab provides and where it earns or loses points.

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Platforms and tools

Platforms
thinkorswim Desktop, thinkorswim Web, thinkorswim Mobile, Schwab.com, Schwab Mobile
Own platform
Yes
Mobile app
Proprietary
Browser trading
Yes
Automated trading
Yes, proprietary thinkScript automation/strategy tools; no MetaTrader EAs
Copy trading
No
Indicators
300+ studies and technical indicators
Third-party tools
Extensive third-party research, news and market-data integrations
API access
Yes, Schwab Trader API

What this means

Charles Schwab offers thinkorswim Desktop, thinkorswim Web, thinkorswim Mobile, Schwab.com, Schwab Mobile. A proprietary platform can be excellent, but it means your setup does not transfer if you later change broker.

Questions about Charles Schwab platforms

What platforms does Charles Schwab offer?

Charles Schwab offers thinkorswim Desktop, thinkorswim Web, thinkorswim Mobile, Schwab.com, Schwab Mobile.

Can you run Expert Advisors or algorithms at Charles Schwab?

Yes. Charles Schwab supports automated trading, which in practice means Expert Advisors on MetaTrader or the equivalent on its other platforms.

Does Charles Schwab offer copy trading?

No. Charles Schwab does not offer copy trading on our record.

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